General Mills Names Asheesh Saksena Chief Strategy & Growth Officer

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General Mills (NYSE: GIS) has appointed Asheesh Saksena as the new Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, effective Aug. 26, 2024. Saksena will report to CEO Jeff Harmening, join the Senior Leadership Team, and oversee the company's strategic planning and long-term growth initiatives. He succeeds Dana McNabb, who was previously appointed Group President, North America Retail.

Saksena brings extensive experience in driving growth across various industries. His most recent role was Chief Growth Officer at Gap, Inc., where he was responsible for operations, technology, and growth strategies. He has also held leadership positions at Best Buy, Cox Communications, and Time Warner Cable. Saksena holds a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA from Indian institutions.

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- General Mills (NYSE: GIS) today announced Asheesh Saksena has been named Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, effective Aug. 26, 2024. He will report to Jeff Harmening, Chairman and CEO, join the Senior Leadership Team, and have global accountability for the company's comprehensive strategic planning process and for building long-term, sustainable plans and capabilities to accelerate growth. Saksena succeeds Dana McNabb, following her prior appointment to Group President, North America Retail.

Asheesh Saksena has been named Chief Strategy & Growth Officer and will join General Mills’ Senior Leadership Team, reporting to Jeff Harmening, Chairman and CEO. (Photo: Business Wire)

“I’m thrilled to welcome Asheesh to General Mills,” said Harmening. “Over the course of his career, Asheesh has consistently demonstrated a clear track record of driving growth across a range of industries. As we continue to boldly build our brands, relentlessly innovate and revamp our portfolio for today’s families, I am confident Asheesh will be instrumental in helping build consumer love for our iconic core brands.”

Saksena most recently served as Chief Growth Officer for Gap, Inc., where he was accountable for operations, technology, and the company’s growth, portfolio and diversification strategy. Prior roles include President, Best Buy Health, and Chief Strategic Growth Officer, Best Buy Co., Inc., in addition to Chief Strategy Officer for Cox Communications and Deputy Chief Strategy Officer, Time Warner Cable.

He has a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, India, and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Delhi, India. Saksena previously served on the Board of Industry Advisors for Consumer Technology Forum (CES) and as a Board Trustee for the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis, Minn.

About General Mills

General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to boldly build its brands, relentlessly innovate, unleash its scale and stand for good. Its portfolio of beloved brands includes household names like Cheerios, Nature Valley, Blue Buffalo, Häagen-Dazs, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Yoplait, Totino’s, Annie’s, Wanchai Ferry, Yoki and more. General Mills generated fiscal 2024 net sales of U.S. $20 billion. In addition, the company’s share of non-consolidated joint venture net sales totaled U.S. $1 billion. For more information, visit www.generalmills.com.

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FAQ

When will Asheesh Saksena start as Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at General Mills (GIS)?

Asheesh Saksena will start as Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at General Mills (GIS) on August 26, 2024.

What is Asheesh Saksena's previous work experience before joining General Mills (GIS)?

Before joining General Mills, Asheesh Saksena was Chief Growth Officer at Gap, Inc., and held leadership roles at Best Buy, Cox Communications, and Time Warner Cable.

Who did Asheesh Saksena replace as Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at General Mills (GIS)?

Asheesh Saksena succeeded Dana McNabb, who was previously appointed Group President, North America Retail at General Mills (GIS).

What will be Asheesh Saksena's responsibilities at General Mills (GIS)?

At General Mills (GIS), Asheesh Saksena will have global accountability for the company's strategic planning process and building long-term, sustainable plans to accelerate growth.